The College Advancement Program exists to better serve the needs of the local high school student population. CAP enables high school students to simultaneously receive both high school and college-level course credit. The objective of this program is to provide high-performing high school students an affordable opportunity to experience college-level courses and as a result, improve their chances of being successful in their transition from secondary to post secondary education. Students participating in CAP are non-matriculated (not seeking a degree or financial aid) students of Clinton. However, students enrolled in CAP must meet the same placement requirements as matriculated students.
CAP courses are taught at the high school by approved high school instructors and have the same academic rigor as our on-campus courses.
Admission to CAP is designed to ensure student success. Students who wish to enroll in CAP courses through their high school must:
- Have completed their sophomore year of high school*
- Have a minimum of a “B” average in their high school coursework (defined as a minimum of 80% GPA)
- Meet the same placement and prerequisite course requirements as on-campus students
*Sophomores who are in advanced courses may be permitted to take CAP courses with the approval of the EarlyCollege Pathways Coordinator.
As a result of participating in CAP, students will:
- Get a head start on their college education.
- Gain self-confidence in their ability to do college-level work.
- Enrich high school curriculum.
- Receive an official College Transcript verifying completion of college-level work.
CAP credits will transfer to most other colleges and universities; however, each institution has its own policies and regulations concerning the transfer of credits. Students are advised to check with the college(s) they are considering regarding transferability.